High Lockout
b1 on Worcester Bosch Greenstar 25 HE Combi

Your boiler has lost its internal identity chip and can no longer recognize its own settings or model type.

Call an engineer soon

Book a Gas Safe engineer within 24 to 48 hours. Your boiler may be unsafe or could break down completely if left.

Technical description

Coding plug not detected.

What causes this fault?

This fault occurs when the small 'identity chip' known as the code plug becomes loose or fails electronically, meaning the boiler can no longer remember which model it is or what its safety settings should be. It is most commonly caused by a physical connection failure at the chip's socket or a breakdown of the internal circuitry on the main control board.

Engineer required

This is a high severity fault. Stop using the boiler and call a Gas Safe registered engineer. Do not attempt gas-related repairs yourself.

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